Randy Lange, of the Bergen Record, reports if New York Jets DE John Abraham (groin) is out or limited next week, the Jets would go back to their DE rotation that they've used when Abraham was limited by a hamstring pull vs. Dallas and when he was suspended vs. Buffalo. DL Bryan Thomas would start and Chester McGlockton would play end in certain situations when DC Ted Cottrell wants a bigger run presence at that position. Both Thomas and McGlockton have struggled to make plays lately.

Dave Hutchinson, of the New Jersey Star-Ledger, reports New York Jets DT Chester McGlockton, who has dropped approximately 30 pounds, played only two plays in the Saturday, Aug. 16 pre-season game against the New Orleans Saints. He was expected to play between 10 and 12.

Updating previous reports, New York Jets DL Chester McGlockton appeared in an exhibition game against the New Orleans Saints on Saturday, Aug. 16 for two plays in the second quarter, according to NewYorkJets.com. McGlockton, who has been on a separate training camp program in an effort to get back into playing shape, has lost 30 pounds and is estimated to be in the 340-pound range. "He's ready for the season," said head coach Herman Edwards. "He wants to play. He's getting to the point he knows he's getting in veteran condition and when you watch him every once in awhile, when he gets on the edge of somebody, it takes two guys to stop him."

New York Jets DT Chester McGlockton joined his teammates Tuesday, August 5, in practice for the first time since signing as a free agent earlier this summer, according to NewYorkJets.com. McGlockton was told to improve his conditioning before joining the team in training camp, and head coach Herman Edwards has been pleased with the results. "He is coming along quite nicely," Edwards said. "He has lost 15-17 pounds and is slimming down."

Updating previous reports, Randy Lange, of the Bergen Record, reports New York Jets DT Chester McGlockton isn't in uniform yet, but he lined up for some drills with his new D-line teammates for the first time on Monday, July 28. His pads will possibly go on the week the team returns from Japan.

According to NewYorkJets.com, the New York Jets have told DT Chester McGlockton to continue with his workouts next week while the rest of the team travels to Japan for their exhibition game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The team needs McGlockton to improve his conditioning to be able to fully participate during training camp.

New York Jets general manager Terry Bradway has announced they have signed free agent DT Chester McGlockton (Broncos) to a contract. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The Denver Broncos released McGlockton earlier this year for salary cap reasons.

The Rocky Mountain News reports the Denver Broncos did not exercise a $1 million option on the contract of DT Chester McGlockton, thus the final two years of his deal (2005-06) have fallen out of the contract.

Denver Broncos head coach Mike Shanahan said DL Trevor Pryce (nerve) underwent an MRI on Monday and is okay, as the results were negative. FB Tony Carter (nerve) also underwent an MRI and should be okay. OL Matt Lepsis (knee) played through his ailing knee and the team is hopeful of no setbacks. He was sore on Monday, as was OL Dan Neil (ankle), who re-injured his ankle. S Kenoy Kennedy (back) was in pretty good shape on Monday and was able to play through a back injury on Sunday. DT Chester McGlockton (bruised shoulder/calf irritation) should be all right as well. DE Bertland Berry (shoulder) suffered a 2nd or 3rd degree shoulder injury and is doubtful to questionable right now.

Kamon Simpson reports for the Gazette Denver Broncos DT Chester McGlockton missed Wednesday's practice. He was at a local hospital with his wife, Zina, who gave birth to their first child. Congratulations!

The Associated Press reports Denver Broncos WR Ed McCaffrey (migraines) and DL Chester McGlockton (knee) returned to practice on Monday. Doctors believe McCaffrey's headaches were caused by some sort of virus. McGlockton practiced with a brace on his left knee. Both are expected to play on Monday night.

According to the Associated Press, Denver Broncos QB Steve Beuerlein's future for this season could be determined next Monday when he tests his ailing right elbow with some light throwing. If the pain does not subside, he likely will spend the season on injured reserve. S Eric Brown (concussion) did not practice Monday and he will likely sit out this week's pre-season game. Also sidelined Monday were CB Jimmy Spencer (strained right hamstring) and S George Coghill (hip flexor). Spencer will not play Friday, while the Broncos will make a decision on Coghill later in the week. DT Chester McGlockton (knee ligament) did some light jogging Monday and hopes to be back for the regular-season opener Sept. 10. Coach Mike Shanahan said rookie DE Paul Toviessi, slow to recover from knee surgey, could wind up on IR too.

Updating previous reports, the Rocky Mountain News reports Denver Broncos DT Chester McGlockton (ligament tear in knee) said he will be ready for the team's opening regular season game. "I would be very surprised if I'm not ready," said McGlockton. He said the swelling is down but the pain remains in the knee.

ESPN reports Denver Broncos DT Chester McGlockton will not play in the team's pre-season game at Invesco Field at Mile High this weekend because of a sprained left knee. He was injured Monday night when teammate Trevor Pryce accidentally hit him in the leg on a play that was whistled dead. An MRI Tuesday showed a first- to second-degree sprain of the MCL in McGlockton's left knee. He will be re-evaluated later in the pre-season to determine his status.

The Rocky Mountain News reports Denver Broncos DE Paul Toviessi remains out after knee surgery. LB Lemar Marshall (sprained ankle) did not practice. DT Chester McGlockton was held out of the morning practice because he still had soreness in his shoulder, while DL Leon Lett was given the morning by the coaches.

The Associated Press reports Denver Broncos RB Terrell Davis caught one pass during restricted contact drills on Tuesday, but he never carried the ball. "He could have contact any time. It is him feeling comfortable with the knee where he can make the cuts and get back in the swing of things," said coach Mike Shanahan. DT Chester McGlockton missed practice with a sore left shoulder. FB Detron Smith returned to practice as well. "Detron looked pretty good today," said Shanahan. Smith had been held out of practices from the opening workouts on July 27 while recovering from surgery for inflammation in his right ankle.

Adam Teicher, of the Kansas City Star, reports for the Sporting News that the Kansas City Chiefs should be in good shape down the road in regards to the salary cap. By releasing QB Elvis Grbac, CB James Hasty and DT Chester McGlockton the team took a cap hit of almost $14 million this year. However, it'll save them $7.5 million next year. The Chiefs, under head coach Dick Vermeil, plan to be a lot more careful in the future in regards to working with the salary cap.

As an update to previous reports, the six-year deal DT Chester McGlockton signed with the Denver Broncos will pay him base salaries of $500,000 (2001), $1.8 million (2002), $4 million (2003), $4 million (2004), $5 million (2005) and $5.5 million (2006). WR Eddie Kennison's three-year deal with the team is also heavily backloaded in base salaries. He'll have base salaries of $575,000 (2001), $725,000 (2002) and $3 million (2003).

DenverBroncos.com, as an update to previous stories, reports the Denver Broncos have officially signed DL Chester McGlockton (Chiefs) and officially re-signed OL K.C. Jones. While contract terms were not released, McGlockton reported received a four-year deal while Jones received a one-year.

Adam Schefter reports for the Denver Post a different set of contract terms for the contract WR Eddie Kennison agreed to with the Denver Broncos. He reports the deal as a two-year, $1.8 million deal that includes a $500,000 signing bonus. Kennison's addition fills Denver's last pressing need and gives the Broncos enormous flexibility in the April 21-22 NFL draft. DT Chester McGlockton, who agreed to terms with the Broncos earlier this off-season, is expected to arrive in Denver on Monday to take his physical and if passed, sign his new four-year contract. The Broncos, as previously reported, are expected to open the Monday Night Football schedule at home against the Giants and also play at Dallas on Thanksgiving and now word is they will have a Monday night road game at Oakland.